08 May 2024
Newcastle
15 nights
Balmoral
The cruise at a glance
The Olsen Way Highlights
This cruise has been designed to take you on a cultural journey to uncover historic battles and power struggles, from the Norman invasion in France to the Age of Discovery in Portugal. The destinations have also been chosen for their traditional food and drink, with highlights including a tour to meet the owners of Château Boutinet, where you can discover Bordeaux’s wine history, and learning how to make pastéis de nata with a local pastry chef in Lisbon. Scenic Discoveries include sailing past the Tower of Hercules – the world’s oldest working lighthouse – and along the River Seine – lined by quaint villages and rich, hilly countryside – en route to Rouen, a journey only possible on smaller ships.
Explore the ItineraryHighlights

Life On Board
Introducing Balmoral
Beautiful Balmoral is small enough to navigate some of Europe’s most picturesque waterways so guests can enjoy hours of scenic cruising. Balmoral retains a warm, civilised atmosphere and features comfortable accommodation, stylish restaurants and plenty of open deck space.


Balmoral
Beautiful Balmoral is small enough to navigate Europe’s most picturesque waterways so guests can enjoy hours of scenic cruising. Balmoral offers a warm, civilised atmosphere and features comfortable accommodation, stylish restaurants and plenty of open-deck space.
Our Signature Experiences
To make your experience even more special, our Journey Planners have designed a unique programme of Signature Experiences which will allow you to discover real insights about the culture and nature of the places we are visiting, so you can arrive in each destination fully prepared to get the most out of your visit.
We have carefully curated a programme of events to give you a deeper understanding of each of the destinations you will be visiting
Our Scenic Discoveries are designed to allow you to enjoy seeing the world from the unique perspective of our ships
Maritime is in our DNA - our history in shipping goes back almost 200 years
There’s very little in the natural world more beautiful than a clear night sky, sunrise or sunset seen at sea
We love to bring a taste of the region's food, drink, local tastes and culinary traditions to life on board
Cabins, Prices & Offers
Cabin Options On Your Cruise
* Prices correct as of 06:00 27/03/2023, based on the lowest available Cruise Only fare, and on two people sharing a twin cabin. Please call 0800 035 5130 for live availability & prices.
* Prices correct as of 06:00 27/03/2023, based on the lowest available Cruise Only fare, and on sole occupancy. Please call 0800 035 5130 for live availability & prices.
Cabin Grades
Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)
Balmoral's Balcony Junior Suites have a large cabin area and private balcony
Freedom Fare | From £3,998 pp |
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Balcony Cabin (BA)
Located on Deck 8 & 9, Balcony Cabins have a private balcony and spacious cabin area
Freedom Fare | From £3,798 pp |
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Superior Ocean View (A)
Higher on the ship, these cabins offer views from large picture windows.
Freedom Fare | From £2,998 pp |
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Superior Interior Cabin (G)
G Grade Superior Inside cabins on Balmoral are perfect for a relaxing cruise
Freedom Fare | From £2,198 pp |
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Single Balcony Cabin (J)
On Lido Deck 8, Balmoral's J Grade Balcony cabins have a picture window
Freedom Fare | From £5,198 pp |
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Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)
Balmoral's Balcony Junior Suites have a large cabin area and private balcony
Freedom Fare | From £7,598.10 |
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Balcony Cabin (BA)
Located on Deck 8 & 9, Balcony Cabins have a private balcony and spacious cabin area
Freedom Fare | From £7,218.10 |
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Superior Ocean View (A)
Higher on the ship, these cabins offer views from large picture windows.
Freedom Fare | From £5,698.10 |
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Superior Interior Cabin (G)
G Grade Superior Inside cabins on Balmoral are perfect for a relaxing cruise
Freedom Fare | From £4,178.10 |
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Single Balcony Cabin (J)
On Lido Deck 8, Balmoral's J Grade Balcony cabins have a picture window
Freedom Fare | From £5,198 |
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